Zimmer Biomet recalls DVR Crosslock ePAK Screw Drivers with model 212000002 due to potential weak sterile packaging seals. Affected units include specific lot numbers from 2018-2023. Consumers should check their product for the model and lot numbers listed.
There is a potential for weak seals of the sterile packaging.
Zimmer Biomet is recalling DVR Crosslock ePAK Screw Drivers with model number 212000002 because the sterile packaging may have weak seals. This could lead to contamination of the instruments during medical procedures, posing a risk to patient safety.
The sterile packaging for these disposable instruments may have weak seals, which could allow contamination during medical procedures. This risk is specific to the instruments being used in trauma surgeries where sterility is critical.
Medical professionals using these instruments for orthopedic procedures are most at risk. Patients receiving these instruments during surgery may be affected if the packaging is compromised.
Check for the model number 212000002 on the packaging. Affected units include specific lot numbers listed in the recall notice, such as 235471 through 235475 and others from 2018-2023.
Identify the model number 212000002 and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to confirm if your instrument is affected.
The sterile packaging may have weak seals, which could lead to contamination during medical procedures.
Check the model number and lot numbers listed in the recall notice to determine if your instrument is affected. If it is, you should contact Zimmer Biomet for further instructions.
The recall indicates a potential for contamination during medical procedures, but the risk of serious injury is not explicitly stated in the notice.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Zimmer Biomet to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall Z-1946-2019 — Zimmer Biomet Zimmer Biomet Hello, I own a Zimmer Biomet that is covered by recall Z-1946-2019 from Zimmer Biomet. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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